Mammillaria rhodantha

Owned by Jennifer & Paige Simpson (@RoyalAlchemy).

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Notes

Family: Cactaceae. This plant features distinctive reddish-brown spines. It is generally non-toxic to pets, but the sharp spines pose a physical injury risk.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Rainbow Pincushion

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Cactus, Houseplant, Succulent
Growing Medium
Cactus mix
Growth Habit
Succulent, Cactus

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Seed Grown

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Very Low / Drought Tolerant
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Low Humidity Tolerant (20–40%)
Light Needs
Full Sun

Origin & Source

Date Acquired
May 30, 2026
Natural Habitat Location
Mexico

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Added Details
Family: Cactaceae. This plant features distinctive reddish-brown spines. It is generally non-toxic to pets, but the sharp spines pose a physical injury risk.
Rainbow Pincushion
Mammillaria rhodantha by RoyalAlchemy

Mammillaria

rhodantha

Common NameRainbow Pincushion

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Cactus, Houseplant, Succulent
Growth Habit
Succulent, Cactus
Growing MediumCactus mix

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Seed Grown

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Very Low / Drought Tolerant
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Low Humidity Tolerant (20–40%)
Light Needs
Full Sun

Origin & Source

Date Acquired
May 30, 2026
Natural Habitat LocationMexico

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Family: Cactaceae. This plant features distinctive reddish-brown spines. It is generally non-toxic to pets, but the sharp spines pose a physical injury risk.